Why We Love Brushed REPREVE® Athletic (And Why You Will Too)

When I choose a fabric for Bear & Roo, it has to pass a very real test:

Does it work for real women living real life?

Our brushed REPREVE® athletic fabric quickly became our most-loved athletic fabric of 2025 — and for good reason. It checks every box: comfort, performance, and values.

Here’s what makes it special.

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Soft, Brushed Comfort (That Doesn’t Feel “Athletic”)

 

This fabric has a brushed finish, meaning it feels soft and cozy against your skin — not slick, shiny, or stiff like traditional athletic wear.

It’s the kind of fabric you forget you’re wearing… and that’s exactly the point.

Supportive Without Compression

 

Brushed REPREVE® athletic offers gentle support without squeezing, digging, or restricting movement.

It moves with your body, not against it — making it ideal for:

• Everyday wear
• Walking, errands, and school pickup
• Light workouts or active days
• Long hours when comfort matters most

No constant adjusting. No feeling “held in.”

Performance Features That Actually Matter

This fabric isn’t just soft — it works hard too.

✔️ UPF50+ protection to help shield your skin from the sun

✔️ Moisture-wicking to keep you comfortable throughout the day

✔️ Durable stretch that holds its shape wear after wear

It’s built for real movement, not just studio lighting.

 

 

Made From Recycled Fibres

 

This is where REPREVE® really shines.

Each meter of brushed REPREVE® athletic fabric diverts approximately 10 post-consumer plastic bottles from the waste stream, transforming them into high-performance recycled polyester yarn.

It’s proof that sustainability and performance can exist together — without compromise.

 

 

OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 Certified

 

Every component of this fabric has been tested and certified free from harmful substances.

That means it’s safer for your skin — and gives you peace of mind about what you’re wearing all day.

 

 

Why It Became Our #1 Athletic Fabric of 2025

 

Women didn’t just like this fabric — they came back for it.

Because it’s:

• Comfortable enough for everyday life
• Supportive without pressure
• Thoughtfully made from recycled materials
• Designed to last, not wear out

It’s athletic wear that fits into your life, not the other way around.

Thoughtfully Made, Just for You

 

Like everything at Bear & Roo, pieces made from brushed REPREVE® athletic are made-to-order and sewn by me, one at a time, right here in Canada.

No mass production.

No overstock.

Just clothing made specifically for you.

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